Patrick Gibson will voice James Bond in the upcoming video game “007: First Light” from IO Interactive and Amazon.
From stealth to shootouts, 007 First Light delivers high-stakes spycraft, explosive combat, and the ultimate test of your skills.
Available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC on March 27, 2026.
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— IO Interactive (@IOInteractive) September 3, 2025
The game, previewed at the September 2025 State of Play event, offers an origin story for the famous spy, with Gibson portraying a young, resourceful, and sometimes reckless MI6 recruit. Gibson will be joined by a cast including Lennie James as Greenway, Priyanga Burford as M, Alastair Mackenzie as Q, Kiera Lester as Moneypenny, and Noémie Nakai as Ms. Roth.
“007: First Light” is set for release on March 27, 2026, for PC, PS5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch 2. A standard edition is available to pre-order for $69.99, with early pre-orders receiving a deluxe edition upgrade. IO Interactive is also offering a special edition priced at $299.99, featuring various collectibles and in-game content.
Pre-order 007 First Light now and receive a free upgrade to the Deluxe Edition. Get 24h early access plus exclusive in-game content. Available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 & PC. Discover a reimagined origin story and Earn the Number.
— IO Interactive (@IOInteractive) September 3, 2025
Wednesday, over 30 minutes of 007: First Light gameplay will premiere as part of a PlayStation: State of Play broadcast. pic.twitter.com/9wnU6SG6Iz
— The Game Awards (@thegameawards) September 1, 2025
While the video game has found its James Bond, the live-action films have yet to confirm a new actor for the role. Director Denis Villeneuve expressed excitement about the prospect of directing future Bond films. IO Interactive CEO and game director Hakan Abrak revealed that Daniel Craig’s head was sculpted onto Agent 47’s body for demo purposes when pitching the game to MGM and Eon.
The studio showcased the sun-soaked streets of Sapienza from the Hitman series to convey the type of social stealth gameplay they envisioned for the Bond game.
Gameplay preview of First Light
However, First Light was always intended to be a Bond origin story, so Craig was never a genuine option to play IO’s 007.
The studio selected Patrick Gibson to portray their 26-year-old James, exploring the character’s journey as he learns the ropes of the espionage world. IO Interactive is building a new mythology for Bond, with First Light potentially being the start of a trilogy. The game’s nemesis, a former MI6 agent known as 009, is currently an unrevealed role.
The cast of “007: First Light” brings together talented actors from various backgrounds. Patrick Gibson, known for his roles in “Dexter: Original Sin” and “Shadow and Bone,” makes his video game debut as Bond. Priyanga Burford, who had a small role in “No Time To Die,” takes on the role of M.
Lennie James, familiar to fans of “The Walking Dead” and “Fear the Walking Dead,” plays Bond’s mentor, John Greenway. Kiera Lester, a relative newcomer, portrays Miss Moneypenny, while veteran actor Alastair Mackenzie voices Q. Noemie Nakai, known for her role in “Tokyo Vice,” lends her voice and likeness to the femme fatale Miss Roth.
With its high-caliber cast and intriguing new storyline, “007: First Light” promises to be an exciting new chapter in the James Bond universe.
